10 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND
1. Celebrating Australian women in the arts
WHEN: Today, 2pm
WHERE: Australian Cultural Library, 488 Ruthven St
A celebration and a tribute to the women who have participated in the creation of Australian culture, currently and throughout our past.
The event will feature visual artworks by Amy Hauville, Jade Courtney, Tracey West, Emma Thorne, and Marilyn Baldey. Live music performance by Kimbeaux Dawson, as well as a display of Australian female arts and humanities people and their works of renown.
The event is open to all ages and people of all genders.
Entry is a gold coin donation. Please feel free to bring along any creations you might like to donate to the ACL and its efforts in preserving Australian culture in all its varying forms.
For more information phone 0438 737 917.
2. Pittsworth Show
WHEN: Today, 6am-late
WHERE: Pittsworth Showgrounds, 96 Yandilla St
The Pittsworth Show continues at the town’s showgrounds today.
The official opening and grand parade will take place at noon.
There will also be fireworks, showbags, rides, live music, horses, livestock and family friendly entertainment.
A one-day pass costs $12 for adults, $5 for youth, $8 for pensioners and free for children.
3. Scooter workshop
WHEN: Today, 8am-11am
WHERE: Crows Nest Skate Park Keen to learn some new scooter skills and tricks? Check out the Scooter workshops for 2018. Registrations are essential. To book your spot visit australianskateboarding.com/events /categories/scooter/
4. Toowoomba’s Biggest Cent Sale Ever
WHEN: Today, 10.30am-5pm WHERE: Centenary Heights High School
All Profits to Queensland Cancer Council.
Entry costs $10 which includes a $5 free cent sale tickets, a lucky-door ticket plus free lunch and tea and coffee all day.
Extra ticket 50c a sheet.
For more information contact Maryann on 0437 609 509. Tickets can be pre purchased.
5. The Highway Men Tribute Show
WHEN: Today, 7pm WHERE: Armitage Centre, Empire Theatre,
Kris Kristofferson, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson – four towering giants of the music industry.
Known collectively as The Highwaymen, the quartet has a unique connection to Australians that has only strengthened over the past two decades. The Highwaymen toured Australia in 1991 and 1995, performing in Newcastle, Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane. Attracting hundreds of thousands to their concerts and generating an excitement rivalled only by that of The Beatles.
Now, Canadian-born international performer and producer Dail Platz – along with Graeme Jensen, Gary LeGear, Dallas Southam and Laurie Keating, have re-created the magic that is The Highwaymen. The show features great musicianship with pedal steel guitar, acoustic and electric guitars, drums, banjo, mandolin, fiddle and harmonica.The Highwaymen Tribute Show is a musical and visual recreation – right down to their desert backdrop and the trademark rifle coats. This level of professionalism has really hit the mark with audiences. It is the only genuine, touring Highwaymen show in the Southern Hemisphere.
Tickets cost $55. For more information phone 1300 655 299.
6. Seed to Feed workshop
WHEN: Today, 9am-noon
WHERE: Oakey Community Centre Come along to a half day workshop by local horticulturist Brian Sams to learn how to grow your own fruit and vegetables in backyard gardens, patches and pots.
Workshops cost $5 and are held 9am to noon on Saturdays throughout the year across the Toowoomba region. Bookings are essential.
For more information call
4696 8033.
7. Hi Altitude Show and Shine
WHEN: Tomorrow, 8.30am-1pm WHERE: TAFE oval on Campbell St, All Day
The Toowoomba Hot Rodders will host their Hi Altitude run this weekend. The run will culminate in a big public show and shine at the TAFE oval tomorrow. There will be the cars along with various traders selling rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia. There will be a stage and band with rock ‘n’ roll dancing taking place.
8. Dubs on the Hill
WHEN: Tomorrow, 9am-1pm
WHERE: Picnic Point
Dubs On The Hill is the highest VW car show of its kind in Australia perched on top of an extinct volcano at the beautiful gardens of Picnic Point, Toowoomba.
A great family day out featuring all VW's, swap meet, stalls, live music and raffles. An event by Klub VW Darling Downs Inc.
9. Tiny Tots and Me markets
WHEN: Tomorrow, 9am-1pm WHERE: Centenary Heights State School Hall
A mix of pre-loved and new items by local businesses. Free activities for the kids and free entry.
For more information email tinytotsandmemarkets@gmail.com.
10. THRIVE Project - Free Community Trail Yoga
WHEN: Tomorrow, 6am-7.30am WHERE: Glen Lomond Park, Burraway Court
Get back to nature with friends and family at an upcoming THRIVE Trail Yoga activity tomorrow. It is free, perfect for beginners and all are welcome. For more information contact Bella on 0409 797 764 or explore@wellnessadventuresaustralia.com.au.